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New Managing Director Appointed for Balfour Beatty Rail Projects

Balfour Beatty is pleased to announce that Richard Adams has been appointed as the Managing Director of Balfour Beatty Rail Projects (BBRP).

Richard was Managing Director of the London Underground Services business of Balfour Beatty Rail and previously worked for Amey Rail. His 10 years experience within the rail industry is complemented by 20 years within construction, including working for Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering.

In the short-term, Richard will be focusing on integrating BBRP’s business activities, both within the UK and internationally, with the London area of the business. This will ensure that Balfour Beatty is able to offer clients’ an increased service offering and strong support. 

Richard said: 
“I am delighted to have the opportunity to bring together these businesses and look forward to building a company where
people and customers can prosper. Delivery, safety and quality continue to be our highest priorities.”   

Manfred Leger, Balfour Beatty Group Managing Director with responsibility for Rail commented:
“As a result of the integration, BBRP will be a larger and stronger operating company with a clear focus on clients and
customers. Combining our capabilities will give added clarity to pursuit of work and support for clients and we look
forward to developing our project portfolio, both in the UK and overseas.”

Enquiries to:
Marjorie Hooper
Balfour Beatty plc
020 7216 6883

www.balfourbeatty.com

Notes to Editors

Balfour Beatty Rail Projects is an international leader in rail engineering projects. It specialises in the project management, design, construction and commissioning of large and small rail infrastructure projects. Core skills include track, overhead line equipment, power supply, signalling & telecommunications, with contracts being undertaken on both multi-disciplinary and single discipline projects.

 

 


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11/02/2008
New Managing Director Appointed for Balfour Beatty Rail Projects